Southern Fried Apples with Cranberries are sweet, buttery, and cinnamon-spiced—ready in 25 minutes for a cozy Thanksgiving or Christmas side or dessert!
Cook Butter, Sugar, & Spice. In a large skillet melt the butter over medium heat. Add the dark brown sugar and cinnamon. Cook and stir until the sugar has dissolved.
½ Cup Salted Butter, ½ Cup Dark Brown Sugar, 2 Tablespoons Ground Cinnamon
Add Apples. Add the sliced apples and stir and cook 5 minutes. Cover and cook for another 3 to 4 minutes.
4 Cups Granny Smith Apples
Add Cranberries. Add the cranberries, stir, cover and cook for another 4 to 5 minutes or until the apples and cranberries have softened. Serve & Enjoy!
1 Cup Fresh Cranberries
Notes
My Top Tip♡ Place peeled and sliced apples in cold water with a little lemon juice to prevent browning while they are being peeled and cut.Make-Ahead, Storage, & Reheating InstructionsMake-Ahead: This dish can be made ahead and then reheated or served cold.Storage: Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days or in the freezer for up to one month.Reheating: Gently warm the apples in a covered skillet over low heat to prevent burning or in the microwave. A small amount of water might be needed to loosen the sauce.